Controller, Finance & Banking, Financial Manager

Fairbanks Native Association is a voice for the people of Fairbanks. Our mission is to improve the quality of life for individuals and families by promoting justice, healing and wellness in our community. We have a vision of a unified, healthy, and empowered Native community that embraces all cultures.

Because employees are our number one asset, Fairbanks Native Association is pleased to offer a great working environment, competitive wages, a healthy work-life balance, and the following benefits:
Affordable medical, vision, and dental coverage with 20+ plans to choose from, insurance, AD&D, short-term disability insurance, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k) investment program with a generous match, 13 Paid holidays, generous Paid Time Off, and education assistance.

Join our progressive team at Fairbanks Native Association where your effort results in positive change in individual lives and the health of our community!

As the Controller you will be responsible for the daily operations of the Accounting Department and exercise managerial and supervisory functions. This upper management position is responsible for maintaining the integrity of the organization’s financial systems and reporting, enforces compliance with GAAP, compliance with the terms and conditions of grants and contracts, and oversees internal and external audit readiness, including the Single Audit.

The Controller works closely with the Director of Finance and program leadership to support sound fiscal management and organizational growth.

• Lead, mentor, and supervise accounting staff, fostering a collaborative and accountable work environment. Provide training, performance feedback, and support professional development initiatives.
• Support review and documentation of new grants and contracts in collaboration with program and development teams. Oversee financial compliance with all grants and contracts, ensuring accurate and timely reporting to granting agencies. Ensure timely submission of fiscal reports, reimbursement requests, and financial documentation as required.
• Manage and coordinate, in conjunction with the Director of Finance, all phases of the annual Single Audit, including audit preparation, scheduling, and communication with external auditors.
• Monitor and ensure compliance with retirement plan rules and legal requirements; oversee independent retirement plan audit and reporting.
• Collaborate with program directors to monitor budgets and identify necessary modifications.
  
  Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Review, prepare, and submit budget modifications in accordance with grant and contract guidelines.
• Recommend and implement improvements to accounting policies, procedures, and financial systems. Oversight and maintenance of the organization’s accounting software and related financial systems. Maintain and enhance internal control systems to ensure data integrity, authorization accuracy, and regulatory compliance.
• Recommend and implement improvements to accounting policies, procedures, and financial systems.
• Partner with internal departments to streamline financial processes, enhance reporting accuracy, and improve organizational efficiency.
  
  Acts as Director of Finance, in their absence.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
• Three (3) years of experience with the full accounting system, including A/P, A/R, payroll, cash and equivalents, etc.
• Two (2) years of supervisory experience.
• A combination of experience, education, and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may substitute for degree requirements.